Three new Volkswagen models have gone on sale

Thu, Jan 18, 2018

Not resting on its laurels after topping the Irish car sales market for 2017, Volkswagen has begun this year by launching three new models, the Polo supermini, the compact family sized T-Roc SUV, and the addition of the new seven-seater Tiguan Allspace.

Dacia Duster Commercial wins for third year in-a-row

Thu, Jan 18, 2018

The Dacia Duster Commercial 4x4 has retained its grip on the Best 4x4 Van category at the What Van? Awards 2018, winning the honour for the third consecutive year at a presentation ceremony in London.

Six thousand cars deemed too dangerous for the road in 2017

Thu, Jan 18, 2018

Thousands of people are driving 'death mobiles' on our roads - putting their lives and those of others at serious risk, new figures reveal.

New Ford Mondeo Hybrid EV on the way

Thu, Jan 18, 2018

Ford Ireland is adding its first hybrid electric vehicle car to its line up.

One in seven used vehicles for sale have finance owed

Thu, Jan 18, 2018

Vehicle data expert Cartell.ie reports that the proportion of vehicles offered for sale (across all years) with finance outstanding is 14.3 per cent - up from 12.5 per cent in July 2017 and 11.5 per cent in January 2017.

Kia’s popular seven-year warranty recognised as the best

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

Kia Motors has been awarded Manufacturer Warranty Scheme of the Year at the 2017 Workshop Awards.

Europeans give thumbs down to self driving cars

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

Two out of three European drivers want to be able to drive even if self-driving cars become commonplace, according to a major new piece of research launched by Mazda.

New Ford Transit Connect and Courier vans next year

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

While at the European press launch of the new Transit Custom, we had the opportunity to view the new Transit Connect and Transit Courier vans, which are part of Ford's product revolution.

New Mercedes-Benz facilities provide ‘foundations for future growth’

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

Mercedes-Benz has expanded its sales organisation with the opening of three new dealerships, including Connolly Motor Group in Galway, and in the redevelopment of other longstanding dealerships, including Michael Moore Car Sales in Athlone, which has been remodelled and expanded in line with latest Mercedes-Benz requirements globally.

Volvo XC60 wins the 2018 Japan Car of the Year

Thu, Jan 11, 2018

In a nail-biting vote-counting ceremony that saw the lead change three times between the Volvo XC60, BMW 5-Series and Toyota Camry, the Swedish crossover pulled away in the closing moments to poll 294 votes and clinch the 2018 Japan Car of the Year.

Do not wait for the dark, leave your lights on all day

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

A tyre manufacturer is advising motorists not to wait until darkness to turn on their lights.

Five-star safety performance from Jaguar F-Pace

Thu, Jan 04, 2018

The Jaguar F-Pace performance SUV has added a five-star Euro NCAP rating to its 2017 World Car of the Year title.

The Audi A7 Sportback is setting new standards

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The all-new Audi A7 Sportback will launch in Audi Athlone in late February 2018.

New Citroen C3 Aircross Compact SUV wins award

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

The AutoBest jury has named the new Citroen C3 Aircross Compact SUV the 'Best Buy Car of Europe' 2018.

Renault donates Kadjars to Community Rapid Response

Thu, Dec 28, 2017

Renault Ireland recently donated seven Renault Kadjar crossovers to the Irish Community Rapid Response (ICRR) vehicle fleet at a handover at UCD School of Medicine.

Mustangs destined for scrapheap get new life

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

It could be the ultimate Christmas present for the car-mad person in your life – a handmade watch, lovingly crafted from components that in a previous existence were used in classic Ford Mustangs.

The idea is the brainchild of Christian Mygh and Jonathan Kamstrup, who together scour salvage yards around the world for models, each of which can be transformed into hundreds of unique timepieces, costing from $1,495.

Seven out of ten motorists don’t check their vehicles

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

A survey of 300 motorists in Ireland has revealed that almost 7 out of ten don’t have their vehicle checked in-between scheduled services or NCTs unless a fault has developed. The survey, carried out by First Stop Tyre and Car Services suggests that some motorists don’t have their car checked for up to a two-year period and because of this, motorists may be missing out on significant benefits by ignoring regular car checks.

Advice on winter driving

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

TyreSafe, the UK tyre safety organisation is offering motorists advice on driving in winter, where cold and damp roads can dramatically affect the performance of tyres, leading to an increased accident risk.

New enhanced Ford EcoSport SUV here soon

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Ford claims that their new EcoSport compact sports utility vehicle (SUV) will deliver enhanced versatility and capability, more refined styling and sophisticated technologies for customers in Europe. The new EcoSport will arrive in Ireland in late January.

New Jeep Compass on the way

Thu, Dec 21, 2017

Ahead of its arrival in January, Jeep Ireland has revealed pricing and specification details for its latest SUV, the stunning all-new Compass.

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